Calculate the optimal video bitrate for streaming and encoding
Platform Presets
Video Settings
Recommended Bitrate
Recommended Bitrate
8.0 Mbps
Range: 5.6 Mbps – 10.4 Mbps
Resolution
1080p FHD
Frame Rate (fps)
30 fps
H.264 / AVC
High
10 min
600.0 MB
Platform Recommended Bitrates
| Platform | Resolution | FPS | Bitrate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p FHD | 30 | 8.0 Mbps | |
| 1080p FHD | 60 | 12.0 Mbps | |
| 4K UHD | 30 | 35.0 Mbps | |
| 1080p FHD | 60 | 6.0 Mbps | |
| 1080p FHD | 30 | 5.0 Mbps | |
| 1080p FHD | 30 | 10.0 Mbps | |
| 1080p FHD | 30 | 5.0 Mbps |
Choosing the right video bitrate is the key to balancing file size, upload speed, and visual quality. Too low and your video looks blocky; too high and it buffers or wastes storage. Use this calculator to find the sweet spot for any resolution, frame rate, and codec.
How to Use
- 1Pick a platform preset (YouTube, Twitch, TikTok) or configure settings manually
- 2Select your target resolution — from 360p up to 4K UHD
- 3Choose your frame rate (24–120 fps) and video codec (H.264, HEVC, VP9, AV1)
- 4Set a quality level — 'High' is usually right for uploads; 'Medium' for fast streaming
- 5Enter the video duration to estimate total file size
Frequently Asked Questions
What bitrate should I use for YouTube?
YouTube recommends 8 Mbps for 1080p@30fps (H.264) and 12 Mbps for 1080p@60fps. For 4K content, 35–45 Mbps in VP9 is recommended.
What is the max bitrate for Twitch streaming?
Twitch currently caps most streamers at 6 Mbps. For 1080p@60fps at that bitrate, use H.264 with a moderate quality preset.
Does a higher bitrate always mean better quality?
Up to a point, yes. Beyond the 'transparent' threshold for a given resolution and codec, extra bits provide no visible quality improvement. Modern codecs like H.265/HEVC and AV1 achieve the same quality at roughly half the bitrate of H.264.